Tropical Fruit Collection

Coconuts -Cocos nucifera- growing on tree, Mauritius

Coconut palm tree (Cocos nucifera) from the East Indies, Asia, drawing, 1600-1625
Herbal, 17th century. A History of East Indian Trees and Plants, and of their Medicinal Properties, 1600-1625. Plate: palm trees, coconut palm (Cocos nucifera) from the East Indies, Asia. Drawing

Exotic Landscape, 1910
BAL73374 Exotic Landscape, 1910 by Rousseau, Henri J.F. (Le Douanier) (1844-1910); 130x162 cm; Norton Simon Collection, Pasadena, CA, USA; French, out of copyright

Boannona or wild serikaja, 1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
Boannona or wild serikaja, 1785. Annonae reticulatae fructus - Boa nonna'. Custard apple. Part of Jan Brandes sketchbook, dl. 1 (1808), p. 55

Durian, 1784. Creator: Jan Brandes
Durian, 1784. Stone and fruit with section removed. With inscription. Part of Jan Brandes sketchbook, dl. 1 (1808), p. 129

Langsat, a Javanese fruit, 1785. Creator: Jan Brandes
Langsat, a Javanese fruit, 1785. Branch of berries, one berry cut in half, and seed or stone.. On scale. With inscription. Part of Jan Brandes sketchbook, dl. 1 (1808), p. 171

Mangosteen, 1784. Creator: Jan Brandes
Mangosteen, 1784. Indonesian fruit. Two whole fruits and one cut in half. With inscription. Part of Jan Brandes sketchbook, dl. 1 (1808), p. 163

Toco Toucan (Ramphastos toco) beak open with tongue visible while feeding on mango, Brazil

Fresh dates for sale in the street markets of Rabat, Morocco

A plate of Mediterranean Figs, Crete, Greece

A sprouting coconut floating in the sea close to the shore, Yap, Micronesia, Pacific Ocean

Colorful exotic fruit for sale, Zanzibar, Tanzania

a lot of fresh fruits in the market of Mkokotoni, Zanzibar, Tanzania

Africa, Seychelles, La Digue. The bar on the Anse Source d Argent

Africa, Seychelles, La Digue. Handpainted sign for a bar and shop

Tropical fruit at Mercado dos Lavradores market, Funchal, Madeira island, Portugal

Exotic fruit in straw basket, Mercado dos Lavradores (Farmers Market), Funchal, Madeira island, Portugal

Indonesia, Bali, Mango

Pawpaw or Papaya (Carica papaya), Wayaseva island, Yasawa Island Group, Fiji, South Pacific islands, Pacific

Coral reef with Threadfin anthias (Pseudanthias huchtii) shoal with Bluegreen chromis (Chromis viridis) amongst them, under shallow sea with a coconut tree forest in background, Philippines

Red pineapple (Ananas bracteatus) with fruit, Maui, Hawaii, USA

Mustard plant with cochineal beetles, jackfruit tree, water buffalo and orangutan
FLO4623556 Mustard plant with cochineal beetles, jackfruit tree, water buffalo and orangutan. Handcoloured copperplate drawn

Lobed Jar in Form of Balambing (Philippine Island Star Fruit), Yuan dynasty, first half of 14th cent Creator: Unknown
Lobed Jar in Form of Balambing (Philippine Island Star Fruit), Yuan dynasty (1279-1368), first half of 14th century

Vase of flowers and fruit, before 1808 (oil on panel)
5938223 Vase of flowers and fruit, before 1808 (oil on panel) by Os, Jan van (1744-1808); 80.1x58.6 cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Dutch, out of copyright

The Loquat (w / c on paper)
AH51551 The Loquat (w/c on paper) by Hooker, William (1779-1832); Lindley Library, RHS, London, UK; English, out of copyright

Tropical Fruit as it Grows on the Island of Java, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Tropical Fruit as it Grows on the Island of Java, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

Hawaiian Pineapple, the King of Fruits, Ready for Picking, c1930s. Creator: Unknown
Hawaiian Pineapple, " the King of Fruits", Ready for Picking, c1930s. From " Tour of the World". [Keystone View Company, Meadville, Pa. New York, Chicago, London]

Greetings from Jamaica. Going to Market with Yams and Canes. Constant Spring Road, 1913. Women carrying baskets of fruit and vegetables. [A. Duperly & Son, Kingston, Jamaica]

Greetings from Jamaica. (1) After days work on the Banana field, early 20th century. [A. Duperly & Son, Kingston, Jamaica]

Illustration of Averrhoa carambola (Star Fruit), a small tropical evergreen tree

Illustration of Carica papaya (Papaya), a large tree-like tropical plant showing green leaves and un

Papaya tree -Carica papaya-, backlit, northern Thailand, Thailand, Asia

Durian fruit, Durian tree -Durio zibethinus-, Bali, Indonesia

Papaya fruits on a tree, Big Island, Hawaii, North America, United States

Pineapple on a plant
Pineapple growing on a plant; Hawaii, United States of America

Rambutan, Central Market, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Pineapple

Sliced kiwi fruit, close-up

Fruit stall, Central Market, Hoi An (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Vietnam

Rambutan fruit at Can Duoc Market, Long An Province, Mekong Delta, Vietnam

Illustration of Mangifera indica (Mango), a large evergreen tropical tree

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"Immerse Yourself in the Exotic Landscape of Tropical Fruit" Discover the allure as you embark on a journey through time and diverse locations. From the lush island of Mauritius, witness coconuts -Cocos nucifera- gracefully growing on trees, their presence adding to the enchantment of this paradise. Transporting us back centuries, a captivating drawing from 1600-1625 showcases a majestic coconut palm tree originating from the East Indies in Asia. Venturing further into Zanzibar, Tanzania, be greeted by an explosion of colors at a vibrant market where exotic fruits are proudly displayed for sale. The tantalizing sight tempts your taste buds with promises of unique flavors and textures waiting to be savored. Underneath the crystal-clear waters off the coast of Philippines lies an underwater oasis adorned with coral reefs. Here, amidst shoals of Threadfin anthias (Pseudanthias huchtii) and Bluegreen chromis (Chromis viridis), stands a forest of coconut trees providing an idyllic backdrop that truly defines paradise. In Maui, Hawaii, feast your eyes upon a red pineapple (Ananas bracteatus) bursting with sweetness and flavor. This tropical gem epitomizes nature's ability to create wonders that delight both our senses and palates. Witnessing nature's harmony unfold before our eyes is none other than the Toco Toucan (Ramphastos toco). Its beak open wide reveals its tongue while indulging in juicy mangoes—a testament to how these fruits nourish not only humans but also wildlife. Traveling back to Zanzibar once again brings us face-to-face with an abundance of fresh fruits at Mkokotoni market. The aroma fills the air as locals gather around stalls overflowing with nature's bountiful offerings—a true celebration of diversity and sustenance. From Crete, Greece comes Mediterranean Figs, a plateful of succulent delights that have been enjoyed for centuries.